PLATANUS — PLANETREE 
Platanus orientalis 
EUROPEAN PLANETREE. SYCAMORE. 70 FEET 
This tree is most distinctive because of its habit of flaking 
off large pieces of light brown bark, leaving underneath blotches 
of whitish green, tan and grey color. They are most conspicuous 
in winter when the upper branches look whitewashed. The stout 
trunk supports large branches growing off horizontally, without 
regard to symmetry. In winter it is picturesque and massive- 
looking. In summer the light green leaves, conservatively spread, 
give it an airy and cool appearance. It prefers a moist location 
but is tolerant of most city conditions and makes an excellent 
street or park tree. 
Platanus occidentalis 
AMERICAN PLANETREE. 70 FEET 
The ruggedness of the stately Planetree makes it particularly 
adapted for use as a street tree and in parks. It is resistant to 
disease and withstands the effect of smoke and soot of the city 
very well. It has large heads of showy foliage and arching 
branches, which along with the trunk shed sheaths of old bark 
exposing a pale green under-layer. The unusual characteristics 
of this tree account for its popularity. 
POPULUS — POPLAR 
Rapid growth, attractive foliage and graceful ap¬ 
pearance account for the popularity of this variety of 
shade tree. Used as screens or accents in shrub 
borders, they are very effective. 
Populus bolleana 
BOLLEANA POPLAR. 50 FEET 
This rapidly growing tree, formal in appearance, is used in 
landscape work where accent trees are needed. The upright 
branches growing from a slender stem, form a tall, slender col¬ 
umn, almost as wide at the top as at the bottom and densely 
clothed with leaves in season. The leaves are shimmering rich 
green and show their whitish under sides when turned by 
breezes. The bark is distinctive gray-green and shows up well in 
winter. 
Populus candicans 
BALM-OF-GILEAD POPLAR. 60 FT. 
Highly esteemed for its vigor and hardiness and the resinous 
fragrance of its large buds in springtime. Dark, rich green foliage 
on irregular branches forms a spreading top. The tree is valued 
for group planting, for background effects. 
Populus eugenei 
CAROLINA POPLAR. 50 FEET 
This attractive tree's rapid growth is much to recommend it 
where this characteristic is desired. The large branches grow 
upward from a main trunk and form a becoming and symmetrical 
cone-shaped tree. Large shining and rather crisp green leaves 
make a pleasing rustling sound when blown by winds. The tree 
is splendid for shade, but should not be planted where its long 
roots come in contact with drainage nipes. 
Populus nigra italica 
LOMBARDY POPLAR. 60 FEET 
This well known tree, well liked wherever it is grown, is one 
of the most picturesque, as well as one of the most useful trees 
to be found. It is effectively planted as accents in garden, foun¬ 
dation plantings, and shrub borders; and as hedges; or along 
drives and boundaries. Its branches grow close together and 
upright from all sides of the straight trunk, and form a tall slim 
column, tapering slightly to a pointed top. It is rapid growing, 
hardy. 
Populus simoni 
SIMON POPLAR. 20 FEET 
Distinctive with shining rich green leaves, this tree is attrac¬ 
tively planted in shrub borders. The trunk supports numerous 
upright long branches growing out from the base and curving 
upward to form a large oval, broader at the base. It succeeds in 
many environments and grows rapidly. 
Tree Framed Home 
PRUNUS — PLUM, CHERRY 
Few flowering trees can equal in beauty the orna¬ 
mental plums and cherries during the season of 
bloom. The colorful foliage of the Plums provides a 
pleasing contrast when planted with other trees and 
shrubs. All varieties are low growing and do well in 
any good soil. 
Prunus cerasifera 
NEWPORT PURPLELEAF PLUM. 15 FEET 
Recently introduced, this tree stands out in sharp contrast 
with other shrubs and trees because of its red-purple leaves. The 
tree, small, bushy and oval in shape, is well suited for use in 
shrub borders, and enjoys the same care given plum trees and 
thrives under average garden conditions. The beautiful leaves 
are used for cutting. 
Prunus cerasifera pissardi 
PURPLELEAF PLUM. 15 FEET 
This parent of the Newport Purpleleaf Plum is sometimes 
confused with it but differs in having foliage color that makes 
not so sharp a contrast with the shrubs and trees with which it 
is planted. Its bushy, tall growth is admirably used in borders 
where it adds interest and variety to the planting. The colorful 
leaves retain their color all summer and are themselves useful 
for cutting. 
Prunus kwanzan 
KWANZAN CHERRY 15 Ft. 
The large, double pink flowers of this variety are very 
showy and attractive. Its vigorous quick-growing habit together 
with its beautiful flowers have made it a popular favorite. As a 
specimen or border tree it is unexcelled. 
Prunus triloba 
FLOWERING PLUM 
This variety is perhaps the most popular of the Plums. It is a 
handsome, old-fashioned, shrub-like tree and should be included 
in every garden. The bright pink flowers stud every twig and 
branchlet in the spring before the leaves come out. It will ulti¬ 
mately reach a height of 10 feet, becoming a rare specimen. 
Prunus shirofugen 
SHIROFUGEN CHERRY 15 Ft. 
The Shirofugen Cherry is a very strong-growing variety and 
is recommended for its late-flowering habit. The buds are bluish- 
pink, and semi-double. When opened the flowers are pure white. 
It is useful for prolonging the season of bloom. 
Prunus subhirtella pendula 
WEEPING FLOWERING CHERRY. 10 FEET 
Being one of the most beautiful of flowering trees, the Weep¬ 
ing Cherry becomes a feature of many landscape designs. 
Crooked, drooping branches grow from the top of a slender main 
stem in a way that vaguely resembles the frame of an umbrella. 
In spring the tree arrests attention when the branches are covered 
with delicate clusters of dainty pink flowers. It is sometimes used 
in pairs as accents at entrances and in gardens or singly where 
attention needs to be focused. 
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